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Quinoa Pilaf (Ww 4 Pts) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quinoa Pilaf (Ww 4 Pts) Recipe

Quinoa Pilaf (Ww 4 Pts) has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 27.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 5.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

It belongs to Iranian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 98, for Quinoa Pilaf (Ww 4 Pts), and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat30%
 Calories from Carbs58%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4.1 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C6.9 mg11.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.69 mg3.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate32.3 mcg8.1%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.34 mg3.4%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium22.7 mg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.69 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium29.9 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus63.9 mg6.4%Mid 40%Average
Potassium191.1 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Sodium23.2 mg1%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.34 mg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.34 mg17.2%Top 30%High
Selenium1 mcg1.5%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate9.5 g3.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.6 g6.3%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.4 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%Bottom 30%Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.3 mg
Glutamic Acid0.3 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.2 g3.4%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.27 g1.4%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 189 Calories from Fat 58

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.4 g 9.8%

Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 67.5 mg 2.8%

Total Carbohydrates 27.5 g 9.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.6 g18.4%

Sugars 4.1 g

Protein 5.8 g 11.6%

Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 33.3%

Calcium 6.6% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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